Parenting with Purpose to Help Kids Shine
Parenting is full of buzzwords these days—gentle parenting, soft parenting, free-range parenting. Each promises a better way, but not all deliver what they claim. One voice I’ve come to trust on this subject is Scot Anderson, lead pastor at Living Word Bible Church and creator of the Train Up A Parent program. I haven’t personally… Continue reading Scot Anderson & Soft Parenting: Why Gentle Isn’t Enough
In our home, chores aren’t about control or checking boxes—they’re about cultivating responsibility, teamwork, and a sense of purpose. We believe every member of the family, no matter how small, has an important role to play in making our home a place of peace and order. Our daughter Lucy is still young, but her contributions… Continue reading The Gift of Responsibility: Why Chores Matter for Kids
Discipline isn’t about control—it’s about connection. It’s about laying down roots so our children can grow with confidence, direction, and peace. In our home, discipline is deeply shaped by the belief that every correction should also reflect our love and respect for the child in front of us. Before I was a mom, I was… Continue reading Rooted and Respected: Discipline with Dignity
Raising Light 